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Practice Notes: “Setting the Table”

Practice Notes is designed as an educational tool to help Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public gain a better understanding of recurring issues dealt with by the Professional Practice Department and the Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. (more…)

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Digital Communications Update

Over the last few months, the College has taken many steps to enhance its digital communications infrastructure. These improvements, which include the below initiatives, allow us to better engage and connect with our stakeholders, helping the College achieve its public protection mandate. (more…)

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Professional Practice Updates: 2017 CCP and ODSP Income Support

The College has important updates for members regarding the Continuing Competence Program (CCP) and the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services’ (MCSS) changes to medical reviews for Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients. 2017 CCP updateFor the 2017 CCP, College members will be required to review (along with the Standards of Practice) the article, “Medical Assistance in Dying: What Are My Professional Obligations?” In February, the College announced that its revised 2017 CCP is…

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Registration for AMED 2017 Now Open

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is pleased to announce that registration for the 2017 Annual Meeting & Education Day (AMED) is now open to all College members. The event is part of the Glenda McDonald Educational Series. AMED will take place on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario. The theme of AMED 2017 is Rethinking Social Justice:…

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The College Introduces New Communications Initiatives

The College is pleased to introduce two new communications initiatives which will help us better engage and connect with our stakeholders: the online Perspective newsletter and informational podcasts. Perspective gets its own websiteStarting this April, the College will offer the Perspective newsletter in electronic-only format. Members will be able to access Perspective online at www.perspective.ocswssw.org. The College’s decision to move towards an electronic Perspective was based in part on: A desire to be responsive to…

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